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Team Goemkarponn CORTALIM: A delegation of tourist taxi operators, primarily from South Goa, met Cortalim MLA Anton Vas on Monday morning, urging him to oppose the state government’s move to allow taxi aggregators to operate in Goa. The delegation voiced concerns that the entry of aggregators would threaten their livelihood and undermine the traditional taxi business that has served tourists for generations. In response, MLA Vas advised the operators to submit a detailed written representation of their grievances so that he could raise the matter with the state government. “The taxi operators have met me as their MLA and explained…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) on Monday evening launched a fully integrated RFID gate access system across all entry and exit points of the port, aiming to enhance security and streamline vehicle movement. The system was inaugurated by MPA Chairman Dr N Vinodkumar in the presence of Traffic Manager Capt Himanshu Shekhar, Senior Deputy Traffic Manager Jerome Clement, officials of MPA, and personnel from the CISF. Speaking to media after the inauguration, Dr Vinodkumar said the system marks a technological milestone for the port by becoming the first of its kind to be integrated with the Government…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMC) is preparing to add heart and lung transplants to its list of advanced medical procedures, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced on Monday. Currently equipped to perform kidney and liver transplants, GMC will expand its capabilities through collaborations with specialized hospitals, the minister stated in a social media post. “We are enhancing our medical infrastructure to support life-saving procedures and expand organ transplant services,” Rane said. Since the launch of the State Organ Tissue Transplant Organization (SOTTO) in Goa, GMC has successfully facilitated eight organ donations, providing renewed hope and life to…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: Calangute MLA Michael Lobo has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting local taxi operators, assuring that their grievances will be seriously considered in upcoming meetings with the Chief Minister and party leadership. Lobo highlighted that taxi operators are hardworking individuals who are not seeking government jobs but want to sustain their livelihoods independently. “They deserve our support, and any policy decisions must prioritize their interests,” he said. His remarks come after hundreds of taxi operators gathered at the Transport Department office in Panaji on Monday to submit their objections and feedback regarding the draft Goa Transport Aggregator Guidelines…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: A shocking assault at Bastora junction has left a couple, Vivek Shirodkar and his three-month pregnant wife, Shruti Shirodkar, severely injured after they were brutally attacked by a group of approximately 25 unidentified individuals on Monday evening. The couple, residents of Nachinola, Aldona, operate a Shawarma van at the very junction where the incident  occurred.According to the complaint filed with the Mapusa Police, the attack reportedly stemmed from a minor argument earlier in the day over a parking issue, during which Vivek was allegedly threatened by the group. The violence escalated dramatically in the evening. As the…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: As part of its ongoing efforts to safeguard public health, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) of Goa conducted a comprehensive inspection of nine food-related establishments in and around the Mapusa area, resulting in the closure of two units for serious non-compliance. The inspection drive covered three manufacturers of farsan, sweets, and chips; one catering service; and five fruit vendors operating in Madel Thivim, Karaswada, and the Mapusa yard. Following the inspections, one manufacturer and a caterer were ordered to shut down operations immediately due to major food safety violations. Two additional manufacturers were served improvement notices…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Responding to concerns raised by taxi operators over app-based taxi services and aggregator guidelines, Goa Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho assured stakeholders that the government is committed to a smooth transition. “We have given them one month regarding the aggregator guidelines and app-based taxis. It is a draft notification, which reflects our intentions,” said Godinho. “We want everyone to shift to app-based taxi services, and we will help them resolve all related issues.” The minister further stated that feedback from all stakeholders will be carefully considered before finalizing the guidelines. “After receiving feedback from all stakeholders, we will…